Fall Camping in Dolly Sods - Foliage Peaking & Sleeping Pads Leaking

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  • Опубликовано: 20 янв 2025

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  • @markstott6689
    @markstott6689 3 года назад +2

    It's difficult to decide which videos are my favourites. Either the snow filled episodes which are great fun. Or the Sara and Denali episodes. Sara's humour is an excellent addition and Denali, well having a dog present is always a great idea. Especially with coyotes around. Not having large predators in the UK makes me feel that your safer having Denali around. Either way you're always a great watch. Thank you.

  • @denali9643
    @denali9643 4 года назад +10

    I always enjoy watching a Sintax production, but it’s phenomenally satisfying to watch the family unit laugh, meander, suffer and eat together. It’s been a LONG time since we had a Sara and Denali trip, so bravo!!

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +5

      I finally got her back out there! Well, the whole trip was actually her idea, so I guess it was her that got me out there this time :)

  • @pawadventures5544
    @pawadventures5544 4 года назад +5

    DO NOT FEED THE BEARS!!! LOL! Last night I watched a video about that Goofball who thought he was going to make friends and live with the grizzly bears only to get himself and his girlfriend eaten by them. On a lighter note, Denali is a super cute dog.
    Sara is hilarious! 🤣 Nice trip. 👍🏻

  • @chrisbentleywalkingandrambling
    @chrisbentleywalkingandrambling 3 года назад +2

    Recently found you and new Sub. Caught you on Kyle Hates Hiking. Great video, just love how you can get out with Sarah for a few days. Really enjoyed the vid even though I'm a year behind on this one but I'm loving the channel. Just love the genuine way you are and the way you bounce off each other. Obviously a great relationship. Looking forward to watching years of back Hikes.

  • @mmeljac
    @mmeljac 4 года назад +17

    "Oh, you have thoughts too!" Sarah you are so funny! Its so good to see you discuss the gear and watch your husband cook at the same time! Having fun together with your dog child made me smile all night.
    Funny because my husband and I were just saying what tents are we going to bring for this weekend's overnight...car...xmid trekking pole and then we looked at each other and said Walmart...a few seconds later you pulled out a Walmart tent. Every good hiker must have at least one Walmart tent hidden somewhere.
    Anyway, great husband for letting her sleep and make sure that the night went well! Thanks for letting us share!

  • @werdw4849
    @werdw4849 3 года назад +1

    Sintax and Sara and the wonder pup on Dolly Sods. Makes my day. Your banter with your wife is so funny. I love the chips and makes me remember when she broke them out and everyone was so happy! I was even happy and I want there.

  • @susandistasio335
    @susandistasio335 4 года назад +6

    I always enjoy your video's. I got some good laughs from your wife Sara, so has a good sense of humor. Keep up the great job!

  • @jackpoirier5023
    @jackpoirier5023 4 года назад +15

    Sara snorts when she laughs. So funny

    • @jackpoirier5023
      @jackpoirier5023 4 года назад +7

      @Craig G I’m sure many of us feel the same about Sara. Shawn is a lucky man.

  • @Wondering_Fireball
    @Wondering_Fireball 4 года назад +10

    Love Sarah’s facial expressions when you express indecision. Awesome!

  • @nedanother9382
    @nedanother9382 4 года назад +2

    holy crap!! that load out....the tent! Your wife is sweet and tolerant

  • @Uturnsandgiggles
    @Uturnsandgiggles 4 года назад +3

    Love the family camping trip! PLEASE do more!!

  • @wildernessfieldjournal8211
    @wildernessfieldjournal8211 4 года назад +2

    Great video Stntax! It was just what I needed. I've seen many of your other dolly sods videos and I still really enjoyed this one. You and Sara are the best. I was down at Dolly Sods this fall too. Definately more people than before. Im glad to see you going with the extra heavy pack. That's my style. Looked like a fun trip. Thanks for sharing.

  • @benthebenj
    @benthebenj 4 года назад +10

    Your Dolly Sods video from 2013 got me into backpacking. I recently (this week) re-watched that video and your Dolly Sods solo trip from last July along with about 5 of your other videos. I'd say it's pretty serendipitous that you just uploaded this trip to add to my Sintax77 binge!
    Thanks for putting these videos together man. I really appreciate them!

  • @adamdavanna6229
    @adamdavanna6229 4 года назад +11

    Really enjoying this video! So refreshing to see someone camping with not ultralight, expensive kit and more importantly, not hiking for hours and hours on end. You chilled out, took your time and enjoyed yourself!
    Got a knee injury just now but can’t wait to get back out!

  • @dorisbotts6414
    @dorisbotts6414 4 года назад +1

    Love your travel videos to these areas. Seen another group on Adventure Archives backpacking here too. It looks like an amazing place. Wish I was healthy enough to do that. Keep the videos coming, love them all. Good luck on your next trip.

  • @steveh1130
    @steveh1130 3 года назад +1

    You guys are fun! Second cup (of wine) Sara is entertaining

  • @anniford5215
    @anniford5215 4 года назад +2

    You guys crack me up!! 🤣🤣
    Great video and always good to see Denali & Sarah join you.

  • @woongtv-naturehealing273
    @woongtv-naturehealing273 4 года назад +1

    The camping scene and cooking scene give me a sense of security. Thank you so much for the great video.♡♡♡

  • @fireman762
    @fireman762 4 года назад +15

    Love it when you camp with Sara and Denali, they add so much comic relief.... It's great. Also, been missing camping adventures with Trailkilla! Any future plans??

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +3

      I'm trying to drag him out there. Not sure if I can convince him to do another sub zero trip, but we'll see :)

  • @maxpower3050
    @maxpower3050 4 года назад +1

    Awesome food load out for the hike!!!

  • @DeafDalmatian
    @DeafDalmatian 4 года назад +2

    I have a deaf Dalmatian the loves to wander in the woods. She always has bells on when we camp. Last trip she wandered out of hearing of the bells. I'm thinking a large cow bell for next trip. Maybe the lighter bells for in camp in the evening. Don't care if I annoy anyone, have to keep my pup safe and she needs some romp time because I work 3 jobs. Happy camping!

  • @ericarmel5584
    @ericarmel5584 4 года назад +35

    Dude the car in your opening clip was me I’m down there all the time I’m from South Western pa damn I wish I would have known

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +4

      Ha, that's awesome. :D

    • @XJonAye
      @XJonAye 4 года назад +1

      Another Pennsylvanian, and from the best part of PA no less. I have been wanting to get down to dolly sods, actually I wanted to go in a few weeks, but if I leave the state I have to take two extra weeks off of work, and I can't afford to miss that much work. So I'm going north to Tioga for the west rim trail.
      ATB brother, happy trails

    • @ericarmel5584
      @ericarmel5584 4 года назад

      Jon A What part of pa are you from I’m from the yough lake area

    • @XJonAye
      @XJonAye 4 года назад

      @@ericarmel5584 I'm from the Greensburg Area, so I just tell everyone I'm from Pittsburgh, but I've lived in the country my whole life

    • @ericarmel5584
      @ericarmel5584 4 года назад +1

      About having to quarantine for two weeks ....buy all your stuff in Pennsylvania drive directly to Dolly sods have no contact with anybody because chances are you won’t unless you want to and enjoy your trip go back home you actually only walked a little bit around in another state and around no people and if you like to fish it’s not to bad either

  • @ronaldrose7593
    @ronaldrose7593 4 года назад +3

    Hello my outdoors friend, thank you for sharing this family video. It's good to see you, Sara and Denali once again. The very best of good health and safety to all of you. 🤗

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +1

      Thanks, Ronald! Same to you :)

  • @wayneC7
    @wayneC7 4 года назад +1

    I just realized I only watch when Sarah is hiking with you 😅. Kidding only, but she definitely makes your videos more fun and entertaining

  • @jeromeknasinski3862
    @jeromeknasinski3862 4 года назад +1

    Great adventure video...
    More more please

  • @ronbucchino7167
    @ronbucchino7167 4 года назад +1

    I do so enjoy your adventures -- including your wife is always an excellent addition -- you are so lucky to have a wonderful partner!!!

  • @SUPAHFLII
    @SUPAHFLII 4 года назад +1

    I never realized how big the Ohm's side pockets are. Oh my goodness that is glorious.

  • @davestelling
    @davestelling 4 года назад +3

    My gosh, that Denali is one handsome fellow!
    Nice to see everyone again, Sintax, thanks for another adventure...

  • @242Shaker
    @242Shaker 4 года назад +4

    That’s great! I go to the sods all the time, just completed the full loop, amazing time. Ah, nature.

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 4 года назад +1

    nice area, I put a bear bell on my pooch as well. cant wait myself to get back to camping and hiking , to snowy here in ontario for me to be comfortable thanks folks for taking us along on the adventure.

  • @andymarc3tims222
    @andymarc3tims222 4 года назад +2

    Dude... your gear videos, testing videos, and camping videos are well past snuff... thank you for what you do, it means alot to me.

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +1

      Thanks, Ledge. Glad you're enjoying them :)

  • @stephenhiker9807
    @stephenhiker9807 4 года назад +2

    Laughed a lot at this one thanks guys

  • @JohnBurdette-or7if
    @JohnBurdette-or7if 5 месяцев назад

    There was cracking me up while you were cooking dinner by the fire, good fire by the way

  • @TheHikingHobbit
    @TheHikingHobbit 4 года назад +1

    Great video. Dolly Sods is on my must do list. Thank you for a fun video.

  • @wrestler991
    @wrestler991 4 года назад +1

    I'm from not far from there in WV. I have spent so much time on that Plateau. That is really one of my favorite places ever!

  • @m_soko
    @m_soko 4 года назад +15

    The Sara version of the transition scene sound had me chuckling. You should implement that more often😅

  • @bucky716
    @bucky716 4 года назад +2

    I'm shopping for a backpack and I think I need what Sara has because anything that holds a full bag of Tostitos is definitely amazing!

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +3

      That outside back pocket on her ULA Ohm pack is like a bottomless pit, haha.

  • @scottbutler1561
    @scottbutler1561 4 года назад +2

    Spent this weekend at Dolly Sods with my daughter in perfect weather. In return for the saved experiences you've given us with shared experiences in forgetting tree straps, hiking boots, etc, I want to return the favor. If you hang your Benchmade (or any other) knife from your ridgeline, don't forget to grab it first before packing your hammock :).

  • @scotthall2109
    @scotthall2109 4 года назад +3

    Sarah definitely adds more character to your video. Strongly recommend she be a regular to future videos. Love her laughter a comical comments and expressions.

    • @findingnory
      @findingnory 4 года назад +2

      dude, back off the man's wife lol

  • @jsog6
    @jsog6 4 года назад +1

    Pack-it-gourmet is top shelf trail food. Great video. JSOG6

  • @blain5827
    @blain5827 4 года назад +2

    Is anyone keeping track of how many times Sarah snorts? 🤣. Great video, great she gets out and enjoys a trip with you. Also got to add you take good care of here.

  • @Mickster8614
    @Mickster8614 4 года назад +1

    Good to see Denali again. And Sarah, too.

  • @ronosmianski812
    @ronosmianski812 4 года назад +1

    I want to thank you for your videos, especially backpacking trips to Dolly Sods. I first visited Dolly Sods in 1971, and first backpacked the Sods in 1979. I have camped at many of the same sites you have shown in your videos. I had a friend with a camp at Laneville near the Red Creek Trail Head and another friend with a camp around Mt Storm. I still visit the Sods at least once a year, but a bad knee keeps me from backpacking. So, through your videos I have been able to see sites I thought I would never see again. Have you ever hiked The Otter Creek Wilderness in the same general area? Keep the videos coming!

  • @mattg2935
    @mattg2935 4 года назад +2

    Awesome trip. You two are fun to watch!

  • @jeffmcelroy5437
    @jeffmcelroy5437 4 года назад +8

    You should get dog one of those "more cowbell" t-shirts to wear with his bell.

  • @MrDCentertainment
    @MrDCentertainment 4 года назад +2

    i saw that sign on the thumbnail and my first thought was Dolly Sods! loaded the video and here we are!!! love that place

  • @chriswatson9818
    @chriswatson9818 4 года назад +5

    Dolly sods is my favorite place ever!!

  • @oldmenhikingjeffgandee
    @oldmenhikingjeffgandee 4 года назад +2

    I love Dolly Sods. Great video! Makes me want to go back!

  • @paulkick7870
    @paulkick7870 4 года назад +1

    Always great to see the vibrant fall colors back East to contrast our bland CA fall colors, but the most fun was seeing your "family" hike together. I forget which of your previous videos said to never go cheap on the sleeping pads, but you should watch that one again. Thanks Shawn.

  • @adrianmacklin418
    @adrianmacklin418 4 года назад +1

    That first site you saw in the trees is one of my favorite camps in the whole sods area. Surprisingly most people miss it completely even though its so close to fr 75

  • @silverthornstributes6945
    @silverthornstributes6945 4 года назад +1

    Just found this channel and really enjoying it, I subscribed :)

  • @m_hibbs
    @m_hibbs 4 года назад +2

    I'm pretty sure I was backpacking there at the same time as you, with one of my coworkers. It was just after rain, but the clear skies were awesome!

  • @aliceg9571
    @aliceg9571 4 года назад +5

    What a shame you had to deal with a faulty valve. Chivalry isn’t dead. This was a fun video. Loved seeing Denali included too. Thanks for sharing this one. Stay safe and see you again on the next one. ATB

  • @fletchdad8755
    @fletchdad8755 4 года назад +1

    Your wife is quite entertaining! Love the vids, keep them coming

  • @BuckeyeHiker
    @BuckeyeHiker 4 года назад +2

    My daughter and I stayed at the same (night #1) site on 9/17. Same deal, got in late and we packed in just enough water to get through the next morning. Definitely a hearth, some people put a lot of work into that and the rock chairs.! I know it is dry up there, so didn't expect to see many others camping, but we did not see or hear a soul all night. The only company we had were 2 deer that hung around and one of the jackrabbits that have Donnie Darko eyes when you hit them with a flashlight. Will say we heard the coyotes ALL NIGHT.

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +2

      I'm pretty sure we had the exact same two deer. 😅 They both hung around all night.

  • @Truth-Seeker75
    @Truth-Seeker75 4 года назад

    Your wife’s pack from ULA is a prime example why manufacturers need to make the water pockets taller and still find a way to make them accessible while wearing the pack. Good video though and mad props for being able to carry all the gear - just to carry it. Best part is 26:28 to 26:40.

  • @natashaball316
    @natashaball316 4 года назад +2

    I love Sara"s camera style!

  • @BackcountryTreks
    @BackcountryTreks 4 года назад +2

    Love the Sods! Just did a 3 day trip out there. Beautiful time of year to be in the wilderness! Thanks for sharing 🤙

  • @terryl7874
    @terryl7874 4 года назад +1

    I enjoyed the trip along with good folks.

  • @gregharmon3797
    @gregharmon3797 4 года назад +1

    Man I always enjoy your videos

  • @slowjamcdub
    @slowjamcdub 4 года назад +1

    Lol Sarah made this video! 😂😂👍👍

  • @adrianawestbrook7296
    @adrianawestbrook7296 4 года назад +3

    I love that Sara dances for food! Same girl, same.

  • @Starscreamlive
    @Starscreamlive 4 года назад +1

    I've used that same model of Ozark Trail tent for years and it's never let me down. I know it's trendy to hate on them, but if you know what to expect when you buy it, seam seal and water proof it, it gets the job done. With that said, I wouldn't trust it for anything more than a day's hike from the car though.

  • @gutpile6151
    @gutpile6151 4 года назад +1

    That looks so fun! You guys are great together

    • @mikec7373
      @mikec7373 4 года назад +1

      @Jade might want to watch more of their vids

  • @mrrims
    @mrrims 3 года назад

    Enjoying your video's man.

  • @ScoobySnackRocks
    @ScoobySnackRocks 4 года назад +1

    I've done Dolly Sods a few times and its awesome. I have friends that live in Elkins and gave me the whole history about Dolly Sods. Did you know the wilderness is so vast that military would test bombs in that area? The blue berries are so yummy!

  • @uptrail7169
    @uptrail7169 4 года назад +1

    Nice backpacking trip with Sara and Denali.😀 That pack had to be the heaviest since your first Whites trip years ago. I'll have to give the Peak breakfast skillet a try. It sure does look better than the Mountain House skillet!

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +2

      Haha, yeah ot might be up there with that first White Mountains pack, for sure. The Peak meals are growing in me. They have some good stuff.

  • @evanlee9161
    @evanlee9161 4 года назад

    Always enjoy your videos. Thanks.

  • @larrykramer6057
    @larrykramer6057 4 года назад

    The amazing Sarah looks better than ever. Should make a video on what she eats (at home). Probably a bunch of bad junk food.

  • @ruski024
    @ruski024 4 года назад

    Christmas garlic toast 😂. Sara rules.

  • @jgeisler
    @jgeisler 4 года назад +1

    Welcome back to the Sods, my neighborhood.

  • @walterwright8926
    @walterwright8926 4 года назад

    Great video man keep them coming

  • @naturallyadriftphotoadvent123
    @naturallyadriftphotoadvent123 4 года назад +1

    If your looking for a good pad that won't break the bank, the Trekology UL80 inflatable sleeping pad is 4 inches thick! It looks really tempting. We have some of there older pads and they work well! In fact we just had to replace our regular mattress at home. I was so uncomfortable that I spent a week on the floor with my trekology pad and 90% of my pain went away! I didn't have to re-inflate that matt at all and my kiddo kept jumping all over it too. When I was looking for a matt I was very tempted to get a Big Agnes but quite a few reviews noted leaks. Hiking with Braids had one on the At for a while brand new and it leaked on her too! Just a thought. Glad you both got out to enjoy the fall colors!

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +2

      4 inches, that's lofty! Thanks for the heads up. I'll have to give it a look.

  • @peterkahapea8536
    @peterkahapea8536 4 года назад +1

    So ya couldn't fit a couple of backpacking chairs in your pack?? C'mon!! 😆 Hey! Enjoy the time and effort you take in making your videos and where you take your destinations. Very cool that your Wife and dog get out with you as well. She brings the comedy and class ... with her choice of wines. Stay safe out there. Aloha from Hawaii ~ 🏄🌴☀️🌈

  • @7LIG
    @7LIG 4 года назад

    Great vid sintax

  • @pkudelka
    @pkudelka 4 года назад

    Would you look at that!! Hahaha! Would ya just look at it? Love your videos you two!! Great content.

  • @notquiteultralight1701
    @notquiteultralight1701 4 года назад +1

    Picked up a coleman sundome 2 for car camping recently and love it! Its only 6 lbs! I may try and backpack with it!😁

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +1

      Gotta earn that Car Camping in the Woods badge!

    • @notquiteultralight1701
      @notquiteultralight1701 4 года назад +1

      @@sintax77 👍🏼 I know. I should! I picked up a hyke and byke 2 person for my daughter and I to section hike the long trail and I’ve got the provincial 4 season north face tent and lightweight tarps for the hammocks but the simplicity of this coleman and the poly bathtub floor make this tent really attractive for backpacking. Especially at established backcountry sites where the tent pads are usually shallow ponds after a decent rain.

  • @MoniqueDiCarlo
    @MoniqueDiCarlo 3 года назад

    We camped at exactly the same spot (a couple of years ago) the weekend before Thanksgiving, it went down to 20 at night...

  • @seitz2229
    @seitz2229 4 года назад +1

    I wish I could do hiking and camping with my pet / in general both like you in my state / also anywhere in America

  • @heathershine5674
    @heathershine5674 4 года назад +1

    Nice vlog! Have to say that I enjoy these types better than the rv ones. Thank you

  • @u5bLue
    @u5bLue 4 года назад

    Hah! I had my food bag taken from that first campsite. No clue where it went, but it was gone the next morning.

  • @kiltthehike9878
    @kiltthehike9878 4 года назад

    Sintax, I was just there in mid October. Man, I wish I had run across you. Love your video. I have hicked most of Dolly Sods for years.
    Maybe next time.

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад

      Thanks, Kilt. Sounds like we just missed ya!

  • @Bibs123
    @Bibs123 3 года назад +1

    Just now watching this. Your videos are awesome. If you see this, what are your thoughts on two person hammocks?

  • @darlenehansen5342
    @darlenehansen5342 4 года назад

    Great video! Big Agnes should replace the pad probably. We have two and never had a problem.

  • @EatCarbs
    @EatCarbs 4 года назад

    Cool trip. Sucks about the sleeping pad though.
    Thanks for the video

  • @Wondering_Fireball
    @Wondering_Fireball 4 года назад +15

    Sarah has Comedy Central looking for cover. She has jokes for days. LMAO

  • @lisaray6493
    @lisaray6493 4 года назад +1

    What a sweet thing to give up your sleeping pad. Do you regret not taking your Hammocks? I was a ground dweller until I started watching you and Shug. Life is sweeter when you wake up refreshed, but I’m glad you guys kept Denali close by. Talked to Hunter up there Who said the coyotes took one of his dogs.

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +2

      I definitely prefer hammocks for comfort, but we take the trade off when camping with the dog because he's a city boy and more comfortable with all of us together, haha. We definitely keep him leased up in the Sods. Don't trust those coyotes!

  • @wazoologist
    @wazoologist 4 года назад +1

    ''Sara, Sara, storms are brewin' in your eyes.'' :)

  • @AGM9200
    @AGM9200 4 года назад +1

    ha! "yeah, you don't want to be butter coated in bear country"...haha, so quick.

  • @EJDoyle-ns4be
    @EJDoyle-ns4be 2 года назад

    Delightful...

  • @tridoc99
    @tridoc99 4 года назад +1

    I was just down the road from you guys doing Seneca Creek in mid-October, maybe the same weekend. It was very cold at night and we had to cut it short because my brothers were not prepared for the low nighttime temperatures.The leaves were amazing though. Also, don’t pronounce the “g” in Bolognese :). Gne is pronounced like nye in italian, like Bolonyez.

  • @schmeilfordsburger2906
    @schmeilfordsburger2906 4 года назад +1

    My favorite place I have yet to see the bogs in the fall.

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +1

      Making the trip for the fall colors was definitely worth it!

  • @ALORDW
    @ALORDW 4 года назад +1

    Some AT hikers I watched had BA pads go down frequently. Makes you wonder. Hi, Sara.

  • @davidcolinstillman5585
    @davidcolinstillman5585 4 года назад +1

    COULD IT BE THE O RING IN THE VALVE OF THE SLEEPING PAD ? IT IS GORGEOUS AREA ! GLAD THE TRAILS WASN'T 👣 TO MUDDY OR THE TRAILS RUNNING LIKE LITTLE STREAMS .BEAUTIFUL WEATHER TOO !

    • @sintax77
      @sintax77  4 года назад +2

      That's a good point. I'll have to give it a closer look. Thanks, David!

  • @titanpreparedness
    @titanpreparedness 4 года назад +1

    Looks like a great trip. I guess anytime outdoors is always great even better with a female companion

  • @christrotter3052
    @christrotter3052 4 года назад

    Love some Sods...

  • @michaelandrejewski5859
    @michaelandrejewski5859 4 года назад

    Oh yeah cheese dip . perfect choice

  • @georanger6180
    @georanger6180 3 года назад

    Wow shawn your wife is awesome lucky guy

  • @jaycreature3893
    @jaycreature3893 4 года назад +2

    The scene with the stars in time lapse. There is a stationary blue light at about the 3:00 position right of center. I’m not saying aliens, but aliens. Also to echo other in the comments I spare no expense on good gear but going light isn’t always “fun” . The peak meal looks good but it’s just not peekamouse pizza :) this was a good video.

  • @thenerdyhiker
    @thenerdyhiker 4 года назад +1

    This is by far your best video. I mean with Sara's wittiness and comedic timing, yall's unfortunate sleeping situation, Nally just being an adorable Pittie….this was very entertaining. Thank you so much for your awesome videos. Yall have got me into backpacking and vlogging them. Keep it up!!
    Also, how do you mic yourself? Is it just a lapel deal or is your GoPro just that sensitive?